Opalescent quartz specimens boast a metallic finish, caused when the stone is plated with a special metal mix. To start, quartz is selected then treated via an electrostatic process whereby the stones are put into a vacuum and charged. Heat is applied. The special metal mix is then put into the vacuum and it “clings” to the stone, giving it an entirely unique quality of iridescence. Interestingly, this process was first created as a way to protect the exterior of a space shuttle during exit and re-entry of the atmosphere. The theory was that the plated metal would add the protective properties of metal without the weight. Unfortunately for the aesthetic of space travel, this hypothesis was quickly disproven. Today, this plating process continues to evolve in conjunction to quartz and other gemstones as an enhancement method. The sphere represents completion, the realization of all possibilities. To carve a sphere one must cut away a mass of rock which can be as much as ten times the finished creation. Thus a sphere symbolizes all that we need to release in order to reach our goals and attain perfection. Many use a sphere while meditating as they believe it helps to release worry and may help to take them to a deeper state. A sphere is also the perfect centerpiece for a crystal arrangement or rock altar. In feng shui, the ancient art of creating optimal energy flow in an environment, a sphere is ideal to place in the center of a room for its balancing abilities. Some believe quartz can receive, activate, store, transmit and amplify energy. It is also said to be an emotional balancer as it dispels negativity. It is the stone used most often for meditation. Opalescent aura quartz can help enhance your clarity of thought and powers of observation, and may allow one to feel at peace. It has the same properties of regular quartz, except they are said to be more enhanced and intense due to the metal enhancement. This piece contains an authentic stone, and no two are exactly alike. The item you receive may have slight variations from the one photographed.
